Zohran Mamdani: “There already exists a program in New York City called Fair…”

“Means tested would say if you make a certain income or less, then you should be eligible for a reduction in your fare or the elimination of your fare. There already exists a program in New York City called Fair Fares. where if you make a certain amount of money or less, you'll get a reduced fare. The mta, by last estimate, when they were testifying at the state, they said about 40% of eligible new Yorkers are enrolled.” (46:03–46:07)

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